Key Takeaway

Black Bear Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Dante, Russell County, VA. It has 2 violations on record (1 S&S) and $145 in proposed penalties. Operated by Motivation Coal Company.

Black Bear Surface Mine

Abandoned Surface Coal

Operator: Motivation Coal Company

Controller: Pittston Company

Location: Dante, Russell County, VA

2
Violations
1
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$145
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
07/20/2000 77.410 S&S ModNegligence $90
07/19/2000 71.403 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/04/2000 10/06/2000 16.00 1
07/20/2000 08/18/2000 11.00 1
07/19/2000 07/24/2000 13.50 1
05/22/2000 05/24/2000 13.50 1
02/17/2000 02/18/2000 13.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4406886
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Coordinates37.0189000, -82.2039000
Nearest TownDante

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Black Bear Surface Mine have?

Black Bear Surface Mine has 2 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $145.

What type of mine is Black Bear Surface Mine?

Black Bear Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Dante, Russell County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Black Bear Surface Mine?

According to MSHA records, Black Bear Surface Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Black Bear Surface Mine?

Black Bear Surface Mine is operated by Motivation Coal Company and controlled by Pittston Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4406886.